Sebastian Rauschert

Sebastian Rauschert is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the UWA Oceans Institute, The University of Western Australia. His research bridges marine molecular ecology and human epigenetics, contributing significantly to environmental DNA (eDNA) technologies and developmental health sciences.

His research interests include:

• Environmental DNA (eDNA) and marine biodiversity monitoring
• Epigenetics and DNA methylation, particularly in maternal-offspring health
• CRISPR-Cas applications in environmental and biomedical research
• Bioinformatics and metagenomic data analysis
• Public health genomics and developmental origins of disease

His recent publications highlight a strong trend in applying cutting-edge molecular tools—such as CRISPR-based enrichment and high-throughput sequencing—to both ecological monitoring and human cohort studies. His work spans marine vertebrate classification, genome assembly, and epigenetic impacts of maternal factors on offspring, demonstrating an interdisciplinary approach across environmental and biomedical sciences.

He has contributed to major collaborative projects including the LifeCycle Project - EU Child Cohort Network, indicating active engagement in international research networks. While no specific grants or advising roles are detailed in the text, his co-authorship on high-impact papers suggests involvement in funded research programs.

Sebastian Rauschert is affiliated with the UWA Oceans Institute, a leading center for marine and coastal research, where he contributes to advancing molecular tools for ocean and human health monitoring.